Question

Which of the following can be beaten into thin sheets?

(a) Copper

(b) Phosphorus

(c) Sulphur

(d) Oxygen​

Answer 1

Answer:

(a) Copper

Explanation:

Copper can be beaten in thin sheet because it is a ductile metal

Duclitily is the phenomenon by which a metal can be beaten in thin sheets

Answer 2

Answer:

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Answer is a) Zinc

Explanation:

Here, Zinc is a metal with malleability and ductility whereas Phosphorus, Sulphur and Oxygen are nonmetals which lack malleability and ductility.